Sheffield Steelworkers' Beef Stew with Henderson's Relish
A rich and warming South Yorkshire beef stew packed with tender root vegetables and seasoned generously with Sheffield's iconic spicy condiment, Henderson's Relish.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 150 min
- Total
- 170 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 485 kcal
Equipment
- •large heavy-based casserole dish with lid
- •chopping board
- •chef's knife
- •wooden spoon
Nutrition
Per serving, approximate
- Calories
- 485 kcal
- fat
- 23 g
- carbs
- 22 g
- fibre
- 5 g
- protein
- 46 g
- calories
- 485 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Toss the beef chunks in the plain flour with a generous pinch of salt and black pepper until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large casserole dish over a medium-high hob.
- 3
Brown the beef in batches until deeply caramelised on all sides, then transfer to a clean plate.
- 4
Add the remaining oil to the pan along with the chopped onions, carrots, swede, and celery.
- 5
Fry the vegetables for 6 to 8 minutes until softened and lightly golden around the edges.
- 6
Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 minute to release its rich aroma.
- 7
Return the browned beef and any resting juices back into the casserole dish.
- 8
Pour in the hot beef stock and Henderson's Relish, scraping up any sticky bits from the bottom.
- 9
Tuck in the thyme sprigs and bay leaves, then bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
- 10
Cover with a tight-fitting lid, lower the heat, and simmer gently for 2 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- 11
Uncover for the final 15 minutes to reduce and thicken the glossy gravy, then season to taste.
Chef's tips
Browning the beef in small batches prevents the meat from steaming and builds a deep, savoury flavour base in the pan. Keep a bottle of Henderson's Relish on the dining table so diners can shake extra over their bowls before tucking in.
Ingredient substitutions
- swede → parsnip
- plain flour → cornflour (stirred with water at the end for a gluten-free version)
- Henderson's Relish → Worcestershire sauce (note: Henderson's is traditional and anchovy-free)
Storage
Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating
Reheat gently in a saucepan over medium-low heat on the hob, stirring occasionally and adding a splash of water if the gravy is too thick.
Common mistakes to avoid
- •Overcrowding the casserole dish during browning, which boils the beef rather than caramelising it.
- •Boiling the stew vigorously instead of maintaining a slow, gentle simmer, resulting in tough meat.
- •Skimping on the Henderson's Relish, which provides the distinctive spicy Sheffield tang.
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